Warehouse Industry – Fire Risk for Warehouse Workers
According to statistics from the National Fire Protection Associate, warehouses are among the places most commonly affected by fires, which lead to dozens of injuries and millions of dollars in property loss each year. Warehouse fires have a variety of causes, including:
- Electric or lighting malfunctions
- Improperly stored trash
- Improperly used or maintained heating equipment
- Unsafe storage of combustible liquids or other flammable liquids
- Smoking
When a fire breaks out in a warehouse, workers can suffer injuries like burns and respiratory issues from smoke inhalation. They may also suffer injuries like broken bones, lacerations, or even traumatic brain injuries while trying to evacuate the building, especially if inadequate safety policies or designs hinder their ability to safely and quickly leave the warehouse. If a warehouse fails to have proper or well-maintained fire-prevention systems, such as smoke detectors or sprinklers, it also greatly increases the risk of employee injury or death during a fire.
Due to the high risk of fires and other warehouse accidents, your warehouse industry clients may struggle to find to right Workers’ Compensation coverage. At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their warehouse industry clients or other clients in high-risk industries. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your warehouse industry clients, email quotes@peobrokersnetwork.com to receive a quote.
